SA Government Strengthens Partnership

Not sure if this exactly SANFL news but here goes:
SA GOVERNMENT STRENGTHENS PARTNERSHIP
The State Government has resoundingly endorsed the SANFL’s major re-development plans for the upgrade of AAMI Stadium, committing a $5.5 million contribution towards the installation of state of the art security system technology and a second Superscreen.
In announcing the support today, Premier Mike Rann said “this Grant by the State Government will assist with the SANFL’s $36 million upgrade of the AAMI Stadium over the next five years.
Specifically it will result in upgrades of AAMI Stadium’s security systems and the installation of a second Superscreen to enable all patrons of the stadium to view big screen action and replays.
We consider the safety and security of the 51,500 people at the stadium is of the highest priority and wanted to assist the League in meeting and managing what have unfortunately become global security risks.â€
SANFL Executive Commissioner Leigh Whicker said “we are absolutely delighted that the State Government has shown such confidence in our plans for the redevelopment of AAMI Stadium and that the great partnership we have enjoyed will be further strengthenedâ€
“The SANFL works closely with the State Government in the areas of health promotion and junior development and as an industry we contribute nearly a half a billion dollars to the State’s economy.
AAMI Stadium is already the pre-eminent sporting venue in this State.
By continually improving the Stadium we will not only provide our football patrons with a venue the equivalent of anything in Australia, we will also greatly enhance the State’s chances of attracting major sporting events such as World Cup soccer, a possible future bid for Commonwealth Games hosting and more world class events and concerts along the lines of our recent successes with U2 and Robbie Williams.
The State Government’s contribution will allow us to proceed with developments that are essential projects within our plan and the State will benefit from the results.â€
SA GOVERNMENT STRENGTHENS PARTNERSHIP
The State Government has resoundingly endorsed the SANFL’s major re-development plans for the upgrade of AAMI Stadium, committing a $5.5 million contribution towards the installation of state of the art security system technology and a second Superscreen.
In announcing the support today, Premier Mike Rann said “this Grant by the State Government will assist with the SANFL’s $36 million upgrade of the AAMI Stadium over the next five years.
Specifically it will result in upgrades of AAMI Stadium’s security systems and the installation of a second Superscreen to enable all patrons of the stadium to view big screen action and replays.
We consider the safety and security of the 51,500 people at the stadium is of the highest priority and wanted to assist the League in meeting and managing what have unfortunately become global security risks.â€
SANFL Executive Commissioner Leigh Whicker said “we are absolutely delighted that the State Government has shown such confidence in our plans for the redevelopment of AAMI Stadium and that the great partnership we have enjoyed will be further strengthenedâ€
“The SANFL works closely with the State Government in the areas of health promotion and junior development and as an industry we contribute nearly a half a billion dollars to the State’s economy.
AAMI Stadium is already the pre-eminent sporting venue in this State.
By continually improving the Stadium we will not only provide our football patrons with a venue the equivalent of anything in Australia, we will also greatly enhance the State’s chances of attracting major sporting events such as World Cup soccer, a possible future bid for Commonwealth Games hosting and more world class events and concerts along the lines of our recent successes with U2 and Robbie Williams.
The State Government’s contribution will allow us to proceed with developments that are essential projects within our plan and the State will benefit from the results.â€